With forecasters predicting an El Niño that could rival, if not surpass, that of 1997, it is incumbent upon all of us to start preparing now rather than later for the rainy season. While there is a chance that rainfall could be moderate, if predictions hold true, El Niño is not only expected to bring much needed drought relief to the region, it is also expected to bring powerful, drenching storms to the area that can quickly cause trouble.

Below are some suggested measures to help residents prepare ahead of the bad weather.